The FTC requires that every blog have a disclosure policy.
This Influencer Disclosure Policy is valid as of June 30, 2024. This policy covers the blog property at https://shorelinejourneys.com and the below social channels owned and managed by Shoreline Journeys:
- Instagram Handle : @shorelinejourneys24
- X Handle : @ShorelineJourny
- Pinterest Handle: @shorelinejourneys
- Facebook Handle: @shorelinejourneys
- YouTube Handle: @shorelinejourneys
These channels aim to abide by the FTC Guidelines for online influencers. The owner believes that relationships, opinions, and identities should be honest. The owner may get compensated by marketers, which influences the content, topics, or posts we make. As per the FTC Guidelines, that content, advertising space or post will be clearly labelled as paid or sponsored.
Ad Income/Affiliate Programs
Shoreline Journeys participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and links to Amazon.com. As part of this Amazon Associates program, the Website will post customized links, provided by Amazon, to track the referrals to their website. This program utilizes cookies to track visits for the purposes of assigning commission on these sales. By using these links, a small portion of your purchase price will come back to me. You do not pay more for products you purchase using these links. Any income from Amazon goes towards the operating costs of this website and associated social media channels.
Shoreline Journeys hosts ads on this site via Google Ads, and receive a small portion if you click on an ad. I also receive a payment for pageviews, depending which page is being viewed.
I am an employee of Barnes & Noble and I often link to my favorite vacation reads. I do not receive any affiliate or other income from sharing those links with my readers, and they are strictly for informational purposes only.
I am an affiliate with K.Y.S.S. Bags. If you chose to purchase anything from my affiliate link, I receive a small commission, which I use to purchase essentials for future trips.
I also participate in affiliate income from Artful Agenga and New Blog Hosting. These are favorite products of mine, and if you choose to purchase any items via my affiliate links, I receive a small percentage.
For the most part, all affiliate income I receive goes back into the running of this website, including hosting fees and other associated costs of running a website.
Travel Disclosure
All posts that are shared on this blog have been paid for by me and are not gifts or payment. If I attend a trip that is sponsored by any travel company or person, it will be clearly outlined in a disclaimer at the top of said post. All transportation or additional services have all been paid for by me, as well. In the event that I receive free or discounted services for any travel destination or services, a clear disclosure will be visible at the top of the post before any links that lead to websites or social media of any of the entities that I have partnered with.
Shoreline Journeys is an independent contractor of the host agencys 58 Stars Travel and Travel Leaders. I am not a representative of the company, nor do I speak in any way for the company. I am not a shareholder or employee of the agency, nor do I have any say in the policies or procedures set forth by the company. They assist me with booking your Sandals or Beaches vacation.
As the former owner of Juggling Midlife, I do link to content that I have created on that site. I have a working mentorship with the current owner, Dan Bagby. If you click on links on that site, you may be directed to the travel services that he offers there and on his partner site Honeymoon Always.
I am a certified Sandals Specialist. I went through an extensive training program on Sandals and Beaches Resorts. I have links that are my affiliate links that if you choose to click on them, I will get credit if you choose to purchase a trip on your own via the website. However, since you did not book directly with me, I would not be able to assist you with any issues you may have. I always recommend you book directly with me by sending me an email or filling out a contact form.
As of July 2024, any trips to Sandals & Beaches Resorts have been paid in full by my husband & myself and are not provided by Sandals and Beaches Resorts. I receive no special treatment as an advisor, and all reviews are from the perspective of a paid guest, just like my client’s. I feel that this brings an authentic and real review to my client’s that are looking for more information about a specific resort and take pride in that. However, if any trips are taken via travel agent means or training, I will clearly note them at the beginning of the post for clear transparency to readers.
Sponsored Posts
From time to time, I may share content in conjunction with another travel provider. Any posts will be marked as sponsored but will only contain my honest opinions. No payments will influence the verity of the experience I am sharing. Payments may be in the form of paid sponsorships, free or discounted stays, complimentary excursions, or similar forms of gifts. Any posts will be clearly outlined in a statement at the top of such partnership posts.
Google Analytics & Search Console Analytics
Shoreline Journeys uses Google Analytics and Google Search Console to gain insights on visitors and what they are searching for. Both services may use a general location to share with the owner where visitors are coming from. GA and GSC will never ask for any personal information, and I have no access to anything other than anonymous basic data statistics.
Questions About What You Have Read In This Disclosure Policy?
Do you have any questions or concerns about this disclosure policy? Feel free to contact me by sending an email. I will be happy to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding anything on this page.